Barn-style chicken coop with gravity feeder

[NathanMorrow]

A barn-style chicken coop build using recycled pallet timber that can be easily dismantled for transport.

• The project
• How to build a chicken coop
• More chicken project inspiration

The project

I built this chicken coop largely out of pallets. I could have knocked together something rough pretty quickly but I decided to make something that looked good and would last.

I decided to go with an American barnyard sort of look. I currently live in a rental, so I built it keeping in mind that I would have to move it one day.

The side panels of the coop can be removed and the front and back are two large doors that can lift off their hinges. The roof lifts off, the nesting box bolts in and the run is two separate pieces. 

The PVC pipe works as a gravity feeder, which the chickens eat from. I can go a few weeks without having to top it up. I found the gable vents at the local recycle yard and painted them white.

The run is covered by sheets of polycarbonate roofing, which collect rainwater into a makeshift water tank.

The chickens get their water from gravity drinkers. So far they've stayed full with occasional rain. Hopefully it lasts in summer.

The chickens seem pretty happy with it so far.

How to build a chicken coop

If you need to make a home for some feathered friends, check out our step-by-step guide: How to build a D.I.Y. chicken coop. 

More chicken project inspiration

Bunnings Workshop member Wayne built this chicken nesting box with recycled pallet and crate timber and MDF.

Workshop member TheSaltyreefer built this creative chicken coop with a Bunnings theme.

There are also plenty of great ideas in our collection of Chicken coops and nesting boxes.

Let us know if you need a hand with your project – we're here to help.

[Faranak]

Hi , 

They look good can you please send me the draft and tell me what do I need step by step in order to make one please? 

Regards,

Faranak

[EricL]

Hello @Faranak 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's fantastic to have you join us, and thank you for sharing your question about the gravity feeder.

It's great that this project has inspired you to build your own gravity feeder. Let me tag @NathanMorrow to make them aware of your question. Looking at the photo of the gravity feeder it looks like the following parts were used to build it:

• Holman 90mm x 1m Stormwater Pipe
   
• Holman 90mm 90° Female And Female PVC Stormwater Elbow
   
• Holman 90mm 45° F-F PVC Stormwater Elbow
   
• Holman 90mm PVC Stormwater Threaded Insert Fitting
   
• Holman 90mm Threaded PVC Storm Cap
   
• Holman 100 x 80 x 90mm PVC Stormwater Downpipe Adaptor
   
• Kinetic 90mm DWV Pipe Saddle Clips - 4 Pack

It's best to test-fit all the parts before you make your final purchase. Please make sure to post an update. I'm sure our members would be interested in seeing how you'll be positioning your gravity feeder in the chicken coop. Should you need to cut any of the parts please make sure to wear gloves, safety goggles and a dust mask to keep you safe.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric